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College Algebra vs. College Math - JoshSackett - 03-08-2008
Hi all,
I've been out of school for over 10 years. The last math class I took was as a Junior in HS and it was a College Prep course. I do not know any sets, truth tables, real number system, functions or probability information. I am a quick learner and am good at math (for the most part). I have been studying the Barron's guide and can easily soak up information, but I am nowhere near a passing grade.
In your opinion should I stick with it, get some more study guides (your help is appreciated) and then take the College Math CLEP? Or should I take the College Algebra CLEP? I cannot find any study guides for College Algebra so I do not know what the sample questions are like.
I am a really good test taker, but I just don't know where to go with this.
Thanks everyone.
College Algebra vs. College Math - ShotoJuku - 03-09-2008
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College Algebra vs. College Math - blueyzz28 - 03-09-2008
REA has a college algebra study guide. The best part about the book is the computerized tests that give you the feel of an actual CLEP. Just go to Amazon and order the book. Probably cost $20 and you must make sure you get the book with the computer test.
College Algebra vs. College Math - gus - 03-10-2008
If you're going for a degree at Excelsior, you'll need to know that College Mathematics will not fulfill their Pre-Calculus requirement (at least the business degrees), although they will give you the 6 credits for it.
I remember Cracking the CLEP book had good quick review on College Mathematics.
For College Algebra (which fulfills the requirement), take a look at ALEKS (http://www.aleks.com), you can try for two days for free before deciding on the $20/month service. It's pretty addictive, sometimes a little slow, but definitely gets the results.
College Algebra vs. College Math - GettinMyBA - 03-10-2008
gus Wrote:For College Algebra (which fulfills the requirement.....
Gus, Just to clarify - Are you saying that DSST Fundamentals of College Algebra fills the requirement for Precalc for EC Business Degree majors? I'm gonna be thrilled if so....
College Algebra vs. College Math - gus - 03-11-2008
I'm sorry if I had gotten your hopes up high, but the DSST version is not accepted by Excelsior (Student Guide & Assessment Catalog 2008, page 27 footnote 5).
I'm really sorry, I should've been clearer (I assumed from the initial post that the CLEP version was being discussed).